ST. PAUL, Minn. —The St. Paul Police Department’s newest building honors a fallen officer.
On Monday, officers gathered to dedicate the Ron Ryan Jr. Eastern District Office. Officer Ryan, along with Officer Tim Jones and his K-9, Laser, were killed in the line of duty in 1994.
According to St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry, it is a reminder of their ultimate sacrifice.
“These officers went out and set an example of the sacrifices people make. They inspire generations of people to want to go into this line of work,” he said.
Inside the building is a mural with photographs of the officers.
In August 1994, Officer Ryan was called to check on a man sleeping in a vehicle. He walked up to the vehicle, woke the driver, and took his identification. As he walked back to the police car, the suspect shot him dead.
Later that same day, Officer Jones and Laser were shot and killed by the suspect while searching for him.
WCCO Staff
